The Language of Data Visualization

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Mar

25

7:00pm

The Language of Data Visualization

By Manuel Lima

As with written language, data visualization is made of individual building blocks that when combined under a set of rules can generate countless combinations and communicate any concept in a visual way. In this webinar, we will learn what makes data visualization a language, get to know its main ingredients and its underlying grammar. Geared towards the curious or novice practitioner, the webinar will have one quick exercise and time for Q&A at the end.
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Agenda:
  1. The building blocks of visual language (+ exercise).
  2. The grammar of data visualization.
  3. Understanding data types.
  4. Choosing the right chart.
  5. The diversity of data visualization.
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Learn the grammar of data visualization.
  • We will go over several attempts to deconstruct visual communication into a set of visual variables that you can explore to communicate different types of information.
Learn primary data types and how they can be visually encoded
  • Knowing the type of ingredients at your disposal (data) and how to translate them effectively and accurately into visual variables is a critical measure for success. We will go over various frameworks that can help you in this effort.
Learn how to choose the right type of chart for your task
  • Given the overwhelming number of options available, picking a chart for your project can seem like a daunting task. We will over over a few approaches to help you make an informed decision.

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